Books published by Liturgical Press

Their Evolution and Interpretation

Preparing First-Class First Celebrations

Living a Biblical Call

Second Edition

An Anthology of Official Catholic Teachings

Text, Translation, Analysis, and Commentary

Eating with the Bridegroom Year B

Volume 3

New Testament

Provides a vision of living life in a sacred universe. This book reflects an interdisciplinary approach so as to build bridges of understanding between the Bible and contemporary disciplines.

At the Service of the Liturgy

The Heart of Christian Faith

An Interdisciplinary and Interactive Study

Although relatively brief, Philippians is one of the most interesting and beloved of Paul's undisputed epistles. In Philippians and Philemon, Bonnie Thurston makes a convincing case that canonical Philippians is as Paul wrote it, one letter. Although there is not enough specific evidence to "name names," she suggests a number of possible audiences. A translation conforming as closely as possible to the original Greek is provided, along with a careful analysis of the language of the letter that yields insights into the context and theological underpinning of this epistle.The apostle's very brief letter to Philemon stands solidly within the Pauline collection of authentic and canonical letters. In this volume, Judith Ryan argues that Philemon makes two specific appeals. The first seeks to elicit Philemon's partnership and his community's support in welcoming Onesimus back as both beloved brother and honored guest. The second requests that Onesimus be allowed to use the freedom he already has to serve Christ and his Gospel. In this commentary Ryan provides a fresh translation, critical notes for each verse, and interpretation on defined sections. She situates the letter in the historical context of slavery in the ancient world and shows how Paul combined his theology with contemporary rhetorical strategies to produce an effective challenge to his audience.

Discovering the Spiritual Journey

Volume 16

Year A, The Gospel of Matthew

The Spirituality and Ministry of the Deacon

Homilas sobre los evangelios de domingos: Ciclo B es el segundo de tres volmenes de pistas para las homilas escrito en espaol para Ciclos A, B y C. Estas pistas para homilas son concebidas para la diversa comunidad hispana en los Estados Unidos y sern recursos tiles para los homilistas.